Showing posts with label Walgreens. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Walgreens. Show all posts

Sunday, March 20, 2011

Walgreens: Coupon Match Ups 3/20/11




Hip2Save does an incredible job on her lists. She lets you know the sales, coupons and deal scenarios to get the most for your money. Her blog is my go-to for CVS and Walgreens!

FYI: Don't for get to hand over manufacturer coupons then Walgreens In Store coupons then Walgreens In-Ad coupons.  See here for a refresher on Walgreens couponing.



Almay Cosmetics 30% off & $5RR
Almay Intense I-Color Light Interplay Technology Eye Liner  $5.59
-$2/1 (3/6 SS) or
 $1/1 (2/13 SS
& $2/1 from Walgreens Spring Beauty Guide
= $1.59 and get $5 RR
$3.41 in overage!



Reach Toothbrush or Floss .99 with in ad coupon (limit 3)
- $1.00/1 Printable or
- $1.50/2 Select Listerine or Reach Items, exp. 12-31 (SS 1/9/11 #2)
- $1/1 Reach Floss, Flosser or Toothbrush, exp. 4-30-11 (RP 10/10/10)
- Use B1G1 Select Reach Toothbrushes, exp. 4-30-11 (RP 10/10/10)
= Free & Overage (depending on how many you buy)
*AND the Register Reward is working:
Buy 2 Reach Toothbrushes, Get $1
Buy 3 Reach Toothbrushes, Get $2
Buy 4 Reach Toothbrushes, Get $4


Plackers 90ct Flossers $2.00
Get $2 Register Reward
Final Price: Free


Always with Odor-lock feminine care dri-liners plus 30 pk, Leakguards Plus pads 22 pk $2.99 = $2 RR
Use the $1/1 coupon found in the P&G Everyday Savings booklet
(or use the $0.50/1 coupon found in the 2/27 PG)
Pay as low as $1.99
Get back a $2 RR
Final cost as low as FREE!



Mars & Dove Candy 1.1 to 2.17 oz $0.49
Deal Scenario #1:
Buy 3 single packages of M&M’s candies $0.49 each
- B2G1 Free 
= $0.33 per bag!
Deal Scenario #2:
Buy 3 Dove Chocolate single bars (1.16-1.3 oz) $0.49 each
- $1/3  (3/6 RP)
= $0.47 for all 3 bars!
Air Wick iMotion or FreshMatic or Neutra Air FreshMatic 
$7.99 and Buy One Get One Free
-$4.00/1 Printable (use 2)
= 2 for Free!


Pure Protein Bars $0.99
- BOGO Free (3/6 RP) and
- $1.00/1 Printable
= 2 for Free!

Snickers Cream Egg Singles 2/$1.00
- $1.00/2 (3/20 RP)
= 2 for Free!

2 Participating Garnier Fructis Hair Care Products = $5RR
2 Garnier Fructis styling products 2/$7 (if included in RR deal)
- $1.00/1 (2/6 RP or 3/6 RP) Use 2
Pay $5.00 receive $5RR
= 2 for Free! 

Planters peanuts 16oz, cashews 9.25 oz, mixed 11.5 oz, or Flavor Grove Almonds 6 oz, 50% Off
Buy 2 Flavor Grove almonds $3.99
- 50% off sale ($4 for both)
- $1.00 tearpad or
- $1.00/2 (3/20 SS) &
- $1.00/2 Wags Coupon
= $0.49 ea


Trident 18 piece $1.29 (with in ad coupon)
Buy 2 Trident Gum 
- B1G1 Free (3/6 SS)
- In ad coupon $0.79 per pack (will deduct $1.00)
= $0.15 ea


Comet Cleaner 14 oz 2/$1.00 with in ad coupon
- $0.35/1 (1/23 SS)
= $0.15 ea


Colgate Toothpaste or Wave Toothbrush $0.99 with in ad coupon
- $1.00/1 (2/27 SS) Toothpaste or
- $0.40/1 (2/27 SS) Toothbrush
= Free!


Kettle Chips 5 oz bags $1.33
- $1.00/1 (3/20 SS)
= $0.33 ea


Thanks, Hip2Save & CouponKatrina


    Saturday, March 19, 2011

    Suggested Scenarios for Walgreens Almay MoneyMaker!

    This is a post from Deal Seaking Mom!


    Walgreens has a great moneymaker on Almay Cosmetics starting this Sunday!  They are on sale for 30% off, plus you get $5 RRs with purchase.  There are two manufacturer's coupons available that can be stacked with the Walgreens IVC found in the Walgreens Spring Beauty Guide.  Because there are 2 different manufacturer's coupons and varying price points, I've laid out a table showing what the deal would be for each price point after the coupons and RRs.
    Almay Cosmetics, 30% off
    Get $5 RRs
    $2/1 Almay Cosmetic Product, exp. 4-10-11 (SS 3/6/11)
    $1/1 Almay Cosmetic Product, exp. 3-26-11 (SS 2/13/11)
    $2/1 Almay Cosmetics (Walgreens Spring Beauty Guide)

    Suggested Scenarios with $2 manufacturer's coupon:
    PriceLess 30%Wags CouponMfg. CouponOOPTotal Cost After RRs
    $5.99$4.19$2$2$0.19$4.81profit
    $6.99$4.89$2$2$0.89$4.11profit
    $7.49$5.24$2$2$1.24$3.76profit
    $7.99$5.59$2$2$1.59$3.41profit
    $8.49$5.94$2$2$1.94$3.06profit
    $8.99$6.29$2$2$2.29$2.71profit
    $9.99$6.99$2$2$2.99$2.01profit
    $10.49$7.34$2$2$3.34$1.66profit
    $10.99$7.69$2$2$3.69$1.31profit
    $12.99$9.09$2$2$5.09($0.09)
    $13.99$9.79$2$2$5.79($0.79)

    Suggested Scenarios with $1 manufacturer's coupon:
    PriceLess 30%Wags CouponMfg. CouponOOPTotal Cost After RRs
    $5.99$4.19$2$1$1.19$3.81profit
    $6.99$4.89$2$1$1.89$3.11profit
    $7.49$5.24$2$1$2.24$2.76profit
    $7.99$5.59$2$1$2.59$2.41profit
    $8.49$5.94$2$1$2.94$2.06profit
    $8.99$6.29$2$1$3.29$1.71profit
    $9.99$6.99$2$1$3.99$1.01profit
    $10.49$7.34$2$1$4.34$0.66profit
    $10.99$7.69$2$1$4.69$0.31profit
    $12.99$9.09$2$1$6.09($1.09)
    $13.99$9.79$2$1$6.79($1.79)

    Wednesday, September 1, 2010

    Great Deal on Pepsi & Redbox at Walgreens!

    From 9/1 - 9/25, when you buy any two (2) Pepsi 2 liter beverages at Walgreens, you will get a FREE one night Redbox movie rental.  (buy four Pepsi 2 liter beverages, get 2 FREE one night Redbox movie rentals)
    Pepsi 2 liters are $1 this week so use the  B1G1 Pepsi Max, 2 liter or 20 oz to pay $1 for both bottles and score a FREE movie code!!

    Monday, August 30, 2010

    UPDATE: Cap'n Crunch Cereal for $0.50 at Walgreens!


    Some of the Walgreens stores have the smaller boxes of cereal for $1 and there is a $1/2 coupon on RedPlum
    That makes them only 50¢ a box!!!

    UPDATE: My Walgreens does NOT carry these. :(

    Thursday, August 26, 2010

    Walgreen's Coupon Policy is Now Online!




    Walgreens Coupon Policy

    As a customer-focused retailer, Walgreens encourages the use of coupons by our customers in our retail stores, in accordance with the following guidelines.
    Guidelines:
    General

    • All valid coupons should be presented to the cashier at the time of checkout.
    • Walgreens does not accept expired coupons.
    • Coupons and their face value cannot be exchanged for cash or gift cards.
    • Competitor coupons are not accepted at Walgreens.
    • Walgreens cannot accept coupons for items not carried in our stores.
    • The number of manufacturer coupons, including Register RewardsTM manufacturer coupons, may not exceed the number of items in the transaction. The total value of the coupons may not exceed the value of the transaction. Sales tax must be paid, if required by state law.
    • Any coupon offer not covered in these guidelines will be accepted at the discretion of Walgreens management.

    Sale Items

    • Walgreens will accept manufacturer coupons for an item that is on sale.
    • In the event that any item's selling price is less than the value of the coupon, Walgreens will only accept the coupon in exchange for the selling price of the item. Coupon redemption can never exceed the selling price of an item and no cash back is ever provided in exchange for any coupons.

    Multiple Coupons

    • When purchasing a single item, Walgreens accepts one manufacturer coupon and applicable Walgreens coupon(s) for the purchase of a single item, unless prohibited by either coupon offer.
    • The coupon amount must be reduced if it exceeds the value of the item after other discounts or coupons are applied. (For example, a $5.00 coupon for a $4.99 item will result in a $4.99 coupon value).
    • When purchasing multiple items, Walgreens accepts multiple identical coupons for multiple qualifying items as long as there is sufficient stock to satisfy other customers, unless a limit is specified. Management reserves the right to limit the quantity of items purchased.

    Buy One, Get One Free Coupons

    • When items are featured in a Buy One, Get One Free promotion, up to two coupons can be used against the items being purchased, as long as the net price does not go below zero for the items being purchased.
    • Sales tax must be paid for any Buy One, Get One Free coupon offers, if required by applicable state laws.

    Internet/Print at Home Coupons

    • Walgreens accepts valid internet/print at home coupons.

    Register RewardsTM coupons
    Earning Register RewardsTM

    • Register RewardsTM will only print for in-stock merchandise during the promotional period.
    • Register RewardsTM can only be earned for eligible items. No substitutions.
    • There is a limit of one Register RewardsTM (RR) printed per offer per customer per transaction.
    • Customers redeeming a Register RewardsTM against the same offer may not receive another RR.

    Redeeming Register RewardsTM

    • Customers redeeming a Register RewardsTM against the same offer may not receive another RR.
    • Refer to Register RewardsTM coupon for expiration date.
    • The RR coupon value cannot exceed the total purchase amount. No cash back and no cash value for RR coupon.
    • The number of manufacturer coupons, including RR manufacturer coupons, must not exceed the number of items in the transaction.
    • Register RewardsTM must be forfeited if the qualifying merchandise is returned.
    • Register RewardsTM cannot be used toward the purchase of gift cards and pre-paid cards.
    • Register RewardsTM can be redeemed for eligible items only. Ineligible items include but are not limited to:


    1. Prescriptions
    2. Tobacco products
    3. Alcoholic beverages
    4. Dairy products
    5. Lottery tickets
    6. Money orders/transfers
    7. Transportation passes
    8. Special event/entertainment tickets or passes
    9. Postage stamps
    10. Gift cards/phone cards/prepaid/Green DotTM cards
    11. Prescription Savings Club" memberships
    12. Health care services, including immunizations
    13. Any items prohibited by law

    Tuesday, August 24, 2010

    Free Photo Book from Walgreens!


    Be sure to visit the Walgreens Facebook page here on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 to pick up a code for aFREE 4.5 x 6 photo book.

    Friday, August 20, 2010

    Day 6 of Walgreens 7 day Photo Deals


    Walgreens.com photo deal for today is 75% off 5×7 Everyday Book.  Always remember that special occasion with a  5×7 paperback book with 10 to 75 double-sided, acid-free pages.  They have new themes & various page layouts and custom covers or choose from assorted styles.    This deal ends tonight at 11:59 Central Time so make sure to get your order in!
    • Click HERE to go to Walgreens
    • Click on Photo at the top of the page
    • Click on Deal of the Day

      Still not impressed. :(

    Thursday, August 19, 2010

    Day 5 of Walgreens 7 day Photo Deals



    Walgreens 7 Days of Deals is back!! Today’s deal is FREE 5 x 7 folded card. This deal is good today(8/19) only! 

    Wednesday, August 18, 2010

    Free pilot Frixion Pens at Walgreens!


    Here’s how to get free Pilot Frixion Pens at Walgreens this week:
    Buy 1 package of Pilot Frixion Pens at $1.99
    Use $1/1 manufacturer’s coupon (click on Office Supplies on the left to quickly find it)
    Stack with $1/1 coupon from the August Walgreens coupon booklet (available by the register)
    Free after coupons (hand the manufacturer’s coupon first, then the Walgreens coupon so that it doesn’t beep at the register)

    Day 4 of Walgreens 7 day Photo Deals


    Today’s Walgreens photo deal is Free Photo Clings.   You can choose from the following sizes:
    • 1 – 11×17
    • 2 – 8×10 (per sheet)
    • 4 – 5×7 (per sheet)
    Shipping is $5.99.

    I gotta say I haven't been too impressed with Walgreens 7 days of deals the go-round.  The only one that I've liked so far was the first day (free 8x10 collage), which I missed.  Hope the next few are better.

    Tuesday, August 17, 2010

    Day 3 of Walgreens 7 day Photo Deals


    Walgreens is doing their 7 Days of Photo Deals again this week.  We won’t know what each deal is until that day; but you can text PHOTO to 21525 to get the alerts to your phone each day!

    Today’s deal is a 60% off Collage Prints!

    Monday, August 16, 2010

    Day 2 of Walgreens 7 day Photo Deals


    Walgreens Photo is offering 7 Days of Deals this week.  Today only (8/16/10) you can get  75% off 5×7 Easel Art, no code necessary. This lowers the price from $14.99 to $3.74 plus $5.99 shipping.  Simply click through the link here to place your order.
    Right now you can also use code 25FREECREDIT to get 25 FREE prints at Walgreens Photo.  Choose in store shipping to get FREE shipping as well!

    I missed yesterday's deal and will be passing up on this one.  Hope tomorrow is a better one!

    Sunday, August 15, 2010

    Walgreens 7 Day Photo Promotion! (Again!)


    Walgreens is having another photo promotion – 7 Days of Deals.  It kicks off today with a free 8×10 photo print.   If your store has pick-up available, you can get your print in as little as one hour!  You will have until midnight tonight to get this freebie.  (Be sure to read the exclusions before you proceed to place your order).

    Wednesday, June 23, 2010

    Reese's of Kit Kats $0.28 ea. at Wags!




    There is a hidden Register Reward deal at Walgreens.
    Here’s how it works:
    (7) Snack Size Reese’s or Kit Kats 8 packs $1.50 each (= $10.50)
    - In-Ad Coupon (page 2) to make the packs 99¢ (- $3.57)
    = $6.93
    Earn $5 in Register Rewards
    = $1.93, or 28¢ each!

    Thursday, June 17, 2010

    Free 8x10 Collage Print!



    Walgreens is offering a Free 8x10 Collage Print!  Just head over to Walgreens, and click on Photo.  You can start creating your Collage Print there.  Then, at checkout, use code GOBIG8X10 to get it FREE!

    **Plus, you can pick this up at a Walgreens store to save on shipping costs!  Deal expires June 19th.

    Sunday, November 15, 2009

    Walgreens: Coupon Match Ups 11/15/09



    Hip2Save does an incredible job on her lists. She lets you know the sales, coupons and deal scenarios to get the most for your money. Her blog is my go-to for CVS and Walgreens!

    Healthy Savings Booklet, Diabetes and You and November Coupon Booklet.  Look for the November Coupon Booklet (green with red ornament on front) up front with the sales ads. You can find the other two in the Pharmacy, Photo, Cosmetics or in the front. They are all free. If you don't see it, ask the manager.

    FYI: Don't for get to hand over manufacturer coupons then Walgreens In Store coupons then Walgreens In-Ad coupons.  See here for a refresher on Walgreens couponing.

    Weekly Register Reward Deals


    Aussie Hair Care products $2.99=$2RR
    Use the $1/1 coupon from the 10/11PG
    Final cost FREE!

    Buy 4 Dove Conditioner $2.99 each=$2RR
    Use 4 $1.50/1 coupons from the 10/4RP
    Final cost $0.99 per conditioner!

    Ricola Mixed Berry Cough Drops 19 ct $1=$1RR
    Use the $0.50/1 Walgreens coupon from the Health Savings booklet
    Final cost FREE + $0.50 in overage!

    Thermacare 8 Hour HeatWraps $5.99=$4RR (on 2)
    Use 2 $3/1 coupons from here
    (UPDATE: There may be NO prints left for this coupon)
    Final cost $0.99 each!

    Buy $20 in participating Toys=$5RR
    Some of the toys included are on sale buy 2 at $6.99, get 1 FREE
    Buy 3 $6.99 toys=$20.97
    Minus the buy 2, get 1 FREE sale=$13.98
    Plus, get back a $5RR
    (if the $20 amount is calculated before the buy 2, get 1 free sale)
    Final cost $8.98--just $2.99 per toy!
    **These would make great stocking stuffers!

    Other Great Deals

    French's French Fried Onions $0.99 with in ad coupon
    Use the $0.50/1 coupon from here
    Final cost $0.49!

    Betty Crocker Au Gratin potatoes $0.99 with in ad coupon
    Use the $0.40/1 coupon from here
    Final cost $0.59!

    Lindsay Olives $0.99 with in ad coupon
    Use the $1/2 coupon from here
    Final cost $0.49 each!

    Skippy Peanut Butter $1.50
    Use the $0.40 coupon from the 10/4RP
    Or use the $0.75/2 coupon from the 11/15RP
    (these values may vary depending upon your region)
    Final cost as low as $1.10!

    Welch’s Sparkling Grape Juice 2/$5 with in ad coupon
    Use the $2/1 coupon from here: IE or Firefox
    Final cost $0.50!
    **Remember you do not have to buy 2 to get the in ad coupon discount.

    Maxwell House Coffee 11.5 oz 2/$5 with in-ad coupon
    Use $1/2 coupon from here
    Final cost $2 each!

    Pepperidge Farm Goldfish $1.50
    Use the $0.75/1 coupon from here
    (if this variety is included)
    Final cost $0.75 per package!

    Cheez-it Crackers & Keebler Cookies (small boxes) $0.50
    This is a great price for these! They usually go on sale for $0.99!

    Select Kellogg's Cereals $1.99
    Use the $1/1 or $1/2 coupons from the 11/8RP
    Or from here
    Final cost as low as $0.99!

    Healthy Choice Cafe Steamers $2.50
    Use the $2/1 coupon from here
    Final cost $0.50!

    Breyers Ice Cream $2.99
    Use the $0.75/1 coupon from the 9/13SS
    Final cost $2.24!

    Nestle Jingles bags $3
    Use the $1/1 coupon from here
    Final cost $2!

    Demet’s Turtles 7 oz $2.50
    Use the $1/1 coupon from the 11/15SS
    Final cost $1.50!
    **These went on sale last year for just $1.50. I'm hoping they do that again this year too!

    Blistex Lip Care $0.99 with in ad coupon
    Use the $1/2 coupon from the 11/15SS
    Final cost $0.49!

    Air Wick i motion Scented Oil Warmer 50% off--$4
    Use the $3/1 coupon from here
    Final cost $1!

    Air Wick Freshmatic Starter Kit 50% off--$7.50
    Use the $5/1 coupon from the 11/15SS
    Final cost $2.50!

    Lysol Neutra Air Freshmatic 50% off--$7
    Use the $4/1 coupon from here
    Final cost $3!

    Snuggle Fabric Softener 80 sheets or 32 loads 2/$7 with in ad coupon
    Use the $3/1 coupon from the 10/4RP (exp. 11/15)
    Final cost $0.50!

    Walgreens WAL-ZYR All Day Allergy Tablets 14 ct buy one at $9.99, get one free
    Use the $2 coupon from the November coupon booklet
    (will deduct $4 for purchasing 2)
    Final cost just $3 per pack!

    Knox Nutrajoint Plus 12o ct buy one at $24.99 (Online price), get one free
    Use two $7/1 coupons from the 11/15RP
    Final cost $5.50 each!

    Ziploc Bags (select varieties) $1.99
    Use the $1.50/2 coupon from here
    Final cost $1.24!

    Deal Scenario:
    Purchase 4 Ziploc Bags $1.99 each=$7.96
    Use 2 $1.50/2 coupons from here
    Pay $4.96
    Submit for the $5 SC Johnson rebate
    Final cost 4 packages of Ziploc bags for FREE!

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    Scotch Magic Tape 3 pk $1.99
    Use the $0.50/1 coupon from the 8/9RP
    Final cost $1.49!

    Scotch Transparent Tape $0.39 with in ad coupon
    Great filler item for your coupon to item ratio!

    Monthly Register Reward Deals

    Buy 2 select Rolaids=$5RR
    Deal Scenario:
    Buy 2 100 ct Rolaids $4.99 each=$9.98
    Use the $4/2 coupon from the 10/4SS
    Pay $5.98
    Get back a $5RR
    Final cost $0.98 for 2 Bottles!
    (Thanks, Dana!)

    Buy 2 of these products below=$2RR, buy 3=$8RR
    Motrin 165 ct
    Tylenol 150 - 225 ct
    Tena Serenity
    Bengay ( 4-5 Pk pouch or 4 oz cream)
    J&J First Aid (4-12 pk pads, 25 pk Gauze, Tape or Guaze Roll)
    Lubriderm 16 oz.
    Neosporin
    Johnson & Johnson

    **It has been reported that the Lubriderm Daily Moisture for normal to dry skin Fragrance Free 6 oz with the UPC 5280048826 priced at just $3.79 is a participating products for the Register Reward--ONLY this variety, though!

    Deal Scenario:
    Buy 3 Lubriderm Daily Moisture for normal to dry skin Fragrance Free $3.79
    Total=$11.37
    Use 3 $2/1 coupons from the 10/11RP or from here
    Plus, use the $1/1 Walgreens Lubriderm coupon from the Diabetes and You booklet
    (will deduct $3 for purchasing 3)
    Pay $2.37
    Get back an $8RR
    Final cost FREE + a $5.63 moneymaker!

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    Comtrex (20 count) $5.99
    Use the $1.50/1 manufacturer coupon from the 11/1SS
    (this manufacturer coupon may be a higher value depending upon where you live)
    Use the $3 coupon from the November coupon booklet
    Plus, use the $2 coupon from the Healthy Savings Booklet
    Final cost FREE + a $0.51 moneymaker!

    Theraflu is on a mega-saver all month long priced at $5--buy 2=$3RR
    Deal Scenario:
    Buy 2 Theraflu products $5 each=$10
    Use 2 $2/1 coupons from the 10/18SS
    Plus, use the $2/1 Walgreens coupon from the Health Savings booklet
    (will deduct $4 for purchasing two)
    Pay $2
    Get back a $3RR
    Final cost 2 for FREE + a $1 moneymaker!

    Dulcolax Balance $7=$4RR
    Use the $2/1 coupon from here
    (you may also find $3/1 coupons attached to the packages)
    Pay $4-$5
    Get back a $4RR
    Final cost as low as FREE!
    Plus, submit for the $5 rebate to make money on this deal!

    Buy 2 Vicks Dayquil or Nyquil 2/$9=$3RR
    Use 2 $1.50/1 coupons from the 11/1PG
    Final cost $1.50 each!

    Buy Almay Pure Blends Foundation $9.99=$10RR
    Final cost FREE!

    Buy other select Almay Pure Blends Cosmetics $6.49-$7.99=$5RR
    Almay Pure Blends Mascara
    Almay Pure Blends Eye Shadow
    Almay Pure Blends Lip Gloss

    Nexxus Mousse on sale 2/$5
    Buy 2 and use the $4/1 coupon from the November Coupon Booklet
    (this coupon will automatically deduct $5)
    Final cost 2 Nexxus Mousses for FREE!
    (Thanks, AbundantFoodSavings!)

    Monday, November 9, 2009

    Walgreens: Free Kleenex!


    Walgreens has a very hot Kleenex deal which you'll want to jump on this week--especially since we're in the middle of cold and flu season. Here's how to get "paid" to buy boxes of Kleenex at Walgreens:


    Buy 3 boxes of Kleenex Facial Tissue--$1.09 with the in-ad coupon
    Use $0.50/3 coupon here or from the 10/4 or 11/1 SmartSource inserts
    Use $1/1 Kleenex coupon from the November Healthy Savings Booklet (will deduct $3)
    Free plus $0.23 overage after coupons

    You'll need to add in a filler that is $0.23 or more if you're only buying boxes of Kleenex, otherwise not all of your coupons will go through as you'll have a negative balance. I recommend that you hand the manufacturer's coupon first, then the Healthy Savings coupon, then the in-ad coupon. If you do it this way, you shouldn't have a problem with beeping or with your coupons not going through.

    If you don't have the manufacturer's coupon, you'll only pay $0.09 out of pocket--which is an excellent deal on Kleenex!

    (Thanks, MoneySavingMom!)

    UPDATE!
    You have to get the November Healthy Savings book for this to work.  The regular November Coupon Book does not have the kleenex coupon in it.

    Thursday, October 29, 2009

    Walgreens Couponing 101

    Here is the lowdown on some great savings. There are several ways to save at Walgreens:

    Weekly Sales - If you don't get a Walgreens insert in your Sunday paper, you'll find them in a rack near the entrance of the store. You can also find them online HERE. In this circular, you'll also find another way to save:

    Weekly Walgreens Coupons - Located in the weekly sale circulars mentioned above. Usually there is a limit on how many times you can use the same coupon so check the fine print.

    Manufacturers Coupons - You can always combine a Walgreens coupon with a manufacturers coupon for the SAME ITEM. This can mean big savings.

    Register Rewards - Register Rewards are coupons for dollars off your next purchase. These print out at checkout along with your receipt. Check the Walgreens sale flyer to see which purchases will qualify. Items usually change from week to week, although some will qualify all month long. Many times the RR's require a QUANTITY purchase. For example, "buy 3 Robitussin products, get $10 in RR's". The key to the RR system is to try and find coupons that make your purchase lower than the RR's you'll get back. During the Robitussin deal (week of 9/7/08) there was a printable coupon for $3 off any Robitussin. We were able to get 3 products for under $3, and then get a $10 RR - for an overage of $7!

    Be Aware:
    - You can never use a RR to get a RR for the same product - or for any other product made by the same manufacturer. In the above example, I couldn't take my $10 RR, buy more Robitussin and get another $10. Also, I couldn't use that $10 to purchase something else made by the manufacturer of Robitussin and get more RR's. Be sure if you are "rolling" your RR's into another deal you know who the manufacturers are!

    - When purchasing items with Manufacturer coupons, the policy is that you can not have more coupons than items. You might think "Yeah, right" but it happens.  If you have 6 items in your cart and you have a manufacturer coupon for every item and trying to use a RR, you will get a beep at the register.  You will need a filler item for any amount.  I try to look for the smallest value.  And if you do your math and figure it out before hand, you can walk out of the store only paying from the change in your pocket.  For Example: This week Dove products are on sale for $4.99 and BOGO free. I purchased 4 shampoos and 4 conditioners.  I had 4 dove shampoo q's for $1.00/1 and 4 dove conditioner q's for $1.50/1.  Total = $19.96 - $10 in q's = $9.96.  I had a RR for $8.00. Final price would be $1.96 but because I had a RR I had to add a filler item in.  In this case I used Act II popcorn on sale with a wags in-store ad for $0.25.  My oop was $1.29.

    - For more info on Register Rewards check out the article over at HOTCOUPONWORLD

    Subscribe to Walgreens.com - Every so often Walgreens will email a great coupon just for subscribers: $10 off a $40 purchase, $5 off a $25 purchase, etc. Go to WALGREENS.COM to sign up for sweet deals!

    A FEW MISCELLANEOUS NOTES:
    Don't be shy about contacting the corporate office with comments, questions or suggestions! Every couple months, I email them to ask for their coupon policy in case there are any changes. I ask things like:
    * B1G1 FREE sales - can I use a B1G1 free coupon on this sale and get both for free? (answer - yes)
    * B1G1 FREE sales - can I use TWO coupons when buying B1G1 free items even though one of them is free? (answer - yes)
    * Can I combine a Walgreens coupon with a manufacturers coupon on the same item? (answer - yes)
    * Other things to ask about: rainchecks, rolling RR's into another RR purchase, etc.
    * If you decide to email them, it doesn't hurt to keep a copy of their reply in your coupon organizer in case you run into difficulty. Many times the management and cashiers are not very familiar with the couponing rules for their store! Their responses to my most recent emails are HERE, HERE and HERE.

    - Remember to be patient and kind with the Wags associates, even if they are being unfair because you'll be seeing a lot of them!
    (Thanks, MomsByHeart!)

    If you have any questions at all about Walgreens, please don't hesitate to contact me.